Sinhala Phrasebook

Sinhala Phrasebook
Author: Learningonlinexyz Inc
Publisher: Learningonlinexyz Inc
Total Pages: 63
Release: 2019-04-08
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN:

Learn Sinhala with our simple to use phrasebook. It is a handy and comprehensive reference to cultural immersion while exploring new geographies. Impress your local business contacts or friends with confidence. Categories include Business, Shopping, Restaurant, Marketing, Careers, Food, Useful Phrases, Numbers, Time, and many more.

SINHALA PHRASEBOOK 3

SINHALA PHRASEBOOK 3
Author: Swarna Pragnaratne
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008
Genre: Sinhalese language
ISBN: 9781741041606

According to Sinhalese tradition, this language was introduced to Sri Lanka by a banished prince in the 6th century who conquered the local 'demons'. It has a relatively flexible grammar, so it won't take you long to conquer that language barrier.

Say it in Sinhala

Say it in Sinhala
Author: Jayaratna Banda Disanayaka
Publisher:
Total Pages: 260
Release: 1985
Genre: Dictionary-Sinhalese language
ISBN:

Guide to speaking Sinhalese; includes brief notes on the flora and fauna, history, and religion of Sri Lanka.

Spoken Sinhala Made Simple

Spoken Sinhala Made Simple
Author: V. T. Fernando
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2018-05-15
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 9781980882923

This book teaches the colloquial language of the Sinhala people in a straightforward and thorough manner. With an intuitive transliteration system (explained in the first chapter), a discussion of all major grammatical concepts, and numerous dialogues and exercises, Spoken Sinhala Made Simple is a valuable resource for anyone looking to speak Sinhalese.

Sinhala Letters Writing

Sinhala Letters Writing
Author: Sameera Samarajeewa
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2021-04-02
Genre:
ISBN:

A book for both kids and adult beginners who want to learn about write Sri Lankan Sinhala Alphabet scripts letters. This book is created with easy understanding and easy trace of Sinhala scripts. This book contains the Selected Thirty-Six (36) Script letters which teach for the beginners.

Learn Spoken Sinhala

Learn Spoken Sinhala
Author: Sumith Wanni Arachchige
Publisher:
Total Pages: 218
Release: 2020-02-17
Genre:
ISBN:

This is the second edition of "Learn Spoken Sinhala". This new edition has completely revamped the first edition. The second edition is easier to carry and read, and has been meticulously proofread to remove some typos and inconsistencies. Sinhala language is used and spoken by Sri Lankans, and it is the native language of the Sinhalese, the majority race (more 70% of the population) in Sri Lanka. It is more or less the lingua franca in the country. Linguistically Sinhala is considered as a language belonging to the Indo-European Language family to which English, French, Latin, Spanish, Italian, etc belong. It enjoys a proud history of thousands of years. Sri Lanka being a miraculous and pristine island situated just below the Indian peninsula in a strateically important position along the ancient Silk Road linking the west and east parts of the world. It had been a colony of Portugese, Dutch, and last the English since 1505 up to 1948 AD. Therefore, the Sinhala language has been enriched by those European languages too. Just coming out of an unfortunate terrorist battle in the nothern part of the country, it is again becoming a hub of business, global logistics, knowledge, and tourism. Already many thousands of foreigners are employed in various projects in the country. This book is the only one in the world, which teaches the Spoken Sinhala language based on a sound grammatical underpinning. If you have a working knowledge of the English language, then using this book you can easily understand Sinhala sentence structures and patterns because the book teaches Sinhala in comparison with the English. There are hundreds of thousands of Sri Lankans now living abroad, and this book can be useful for them to teach their kids about the beautiful language Sinhala. Sinhala diaspora all over the world will find this useful. Furthermore linguists who research about various languages throughout the world can use this book for their studies. Now there are a lot of people coming to Sri Lanka as businesspersons and workers on various projects and missions. This book can be very useful for them too. The AUTHOR who is already a chamption in proliferation of (free) knowledge in Sinhala medium is willing to personally help and guide you in case you need further assistance and clarifications.

Sinhala-English Code-mixing in Sri Lanka

Sinhala-English Code-mixing in Sri Lanka
Author: Chamindi Dilkushi Senaratne
Publisher:
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2009
Genre: Code switching (Linguistics)
ISBN:

This thesis contributes to one of the most criticized, devalued and yet highly frequent linguistic phenomena in post-colonial urban Sri Lanka: Sinhala-English CM. In answering the main research question of this thesis, this treatise seeks to provide an adequate account of mixed constructions prevalent in the Sinhala-English bilingual corpus within the framework proposed in Muysken’s (2000) CM typology.

DK Eyewitness Sri Lanka

DK Eyewitness Sri Lanka
Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2016-09-20
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1465496467

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sri Lanka is your in-depth guide to the very best of this beautiful and diverse country. Explore Sri Lanka region-by-region, from Colombo and the beaches on its idyllic west coast to Kandy and the Hill Country to Jaffna and the north. Visit Yala National Park to see wildlife, play a game of cricket, and take a pilgrimage to Adam's Peak. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sri Lanka. + Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance. + Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights. + Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums. + Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area. + Area maps marked with sights. + Detailed city maps include street finder indexes for easy navigation. + Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights. + Hotel and restaurant listings highlight DK Choice special recommendations. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sri Lanka truly shows you this country as no one else can.

Colloquial Hebrew

Colloquial Hebrew
Author: Zippi Lyttleton
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 401
Release: 2015-08-14
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 1317306619

Colloquial Hebrew provides a step-by-step course in Hebrew as it is written and spoken today. Combining a user-friendly approach with a thorough treatment of the language, it equips learners with the essential skills needed to communicate confidently and effectively in Hebrew in a broad range of situations. No prior knowledge of the language is required. Key features include: • progressive coverage of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills • structured, jargon-free explanations of grammar • an extensive range of focused and stimulating exercises • realistic and entertaining dialogues covering a broad variety of scenarios • useful vocabulary lists throughout the text • additional resources available at the back of the book, including a full answer key, a grammar summary and bilingual glossaries Balanced, comprehensive and rewarding, Colloquial Hebrew will be an indispensable resource both for independent learners and students taking courses in Hebrew. Audio material to accompany the course is available to download freely in MP3 format from www.routledge.com/cw/colloquials. Recorded by native speakers, the audio material features the dialogues and texts from the book and will help develop your listening and pronunciation skills.

Essential Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary

Essential Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary
Author: Tuttle Studio,
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 283
Release: 2017-02-14
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 1462919197

Essential Japanese Phrase Book & Dictionary teaches you the practical phrases and expressions needed for common, everyday interactions in Japan in a clear, concise, accessible and enjoyable way. Key features of this Japanese phrasebook and dictionary include: Over 1,500 practical phrases for everyday use An English to Japanese dictionary with over 2,000 terms and expressions Essential expressions used for meeting people, starting conversations, and asking and replying to simple questions Manga illustrations to illustrate critical phrases and situations A pronunciation guide and Japanese grammar notes explain the basic sounds and sentence patterns of the Japanese language The latest Japanese vocabulary and phrases for smartphones, social media and more Japan travel tips, cultural notes and much more! All words and phrases are in Romanized form as well as the Japanese script. Basic Japanese grammar and pronunciation notes get you speaking right away, and tips on culture and etiquette allow you to interact in Japanese without making serious blunders. Whether you're a novice or have some experience with the language, this is a reference you'll turn to again and again when visiting Japan and interacting with Japanese people.